Patrick McKenna

Overview

Patrick McKenna is an experienced entrepreneur and angel investor specializing in early-stage technology investments. He has co-founded and led several technology companies, including NexRep, Keniks, and LiveOps, and has generated over $1 billion in exits throughout his career. Prior to his entrepreneurial ventures, McKenna worked in mergers and acquisitions at Morgan Stanley and served as a lieutenant in the U.S. Army. He holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Southern California and an MBA from Georgetown University. In addition to his entrepreneurial endeavors, McKenna founded HighRidge Venture Partners to invest in companies based outside Silicon Valley. He is also the co-founder and executive chairman of Facet Wealth, a financial planning firm that aims to provide personalized financial advice to individuals. McKenna is recognized as an expert in technology-enabled services and the future of work. McKenna's investment philosophy focuses on supporting innovative companies that have the potential to disrupt traditional industries. He is particularly interested in sectors such as technology, financial services, healthcare, and consumer goods. His approach emphasizes long-term value creation and sustainable growth, aiming to build companies that can thrive in a rapidly evolving market landscape.

Investment Focus

• Innovative business models
• Scalable growth potential
• Strong management teams
• Clear market differentiation
• Sustainable competitive advantages

Portfolio Companies